65 Reward Ideas for Kids (And brain-science explained)

Parenting isn’t all that hard.

(Sarcasm incoming!)

There’s really nothing to it except:

  • Keeping your child alive
  • Making sure they’re properly fed
  • Getting them enough sleep
  • Helping them do well in school
  • Teaching them to be good, moral people

You know. Just those couple of little things.

And when it comes to getting your child to do, or not do, the things you need them to on their way to becoming fully-functioning and healthy adults, you often need a two-pronged approach.

You can use rewards, and you can use punishments or consequences.

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30+ Essential Statistics About Fathers in 2023

You might have guessed from the name of my blog, but I think dads are super important.

And it’s not just me! The science and data backs me up pretty well.

So if you’re looking for some fatherhood statistics that show why dads matter, or just some fun facts and data on the importance and impact of fathers, look no further.

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I tried Artkive to organize my toddler’s art (Honest Review)

Artkive box review

Any parent of a toddler who goes to school knows this problem well:

The absolutely endless influx of artwork that enters your house on a daily basis.

Yes, it’s cute! It’s adorable! It’s a piece of history!

It’s also incredibly annoying when the pile starts to take over entire rooms in your house.

I’ve written before about some different storage solutions for this particular problem, but there was one, in particular, I really wanted to try first hand:

The Artkive box — It’s a box you fill up with your kid’s art and send off in the mail. A few weeks later, you’ll get a professionally bound book filled with photos of the art. Much easier to store!

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35 Fun Activities to Do with Your Toddler At Home

Toddler activities for home

You’re not really a parent to a toddler until you’ve thought:

“What the heck am I supposed to do with my kid all day?”

The easiest ways to keep a toddler busy and wear them out usually involve going outside. Going to parks, riding bikes, playing in the yard, etc.

But what if you’re stuck inside with a toddler? What are the best toddler activities you can do at home?

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9+ Ways to Be a Better Dad According to Science

Dads matter.

You probably already knew that, and so did I.

But don’t take it from me. Because the science on the subject is clear as day.

Children with good, loving, actively involved fathers have better outcomes in life.

They:

  • Have healthier relationships
  • Make more money & have more career success
  • Have less psychological problems
  • And often have higher IQs than their peers

That’s not to denigrate single mothers! Or lesbian couples! And it doesn’t doom kids who grow up without a father for one reason or another.

But if you’re alive and well, you owe it to your kids to be the best possible father you can be.

The question is: How exactly can you be a better dad?

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Atlas (Brother or Sister)

If you’re expecting your second baby, you already know a bit about what to expect. But that doesn’t mean you still don’t have a lot of decisions to make. Once again, you have to decide on the best name for your new bundle of joy.

But this time, you must consider how your baby’s name will sound when you say it with your other child’s name. You want to find a name you love, but also one that sounds good when you say your kids’ names together.

You could spend hours and hours searching Google for the best name, but you’d probably tucker out quickly. It can get overwhelming to search day after day.

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. Now, you’ll have one easy place to look to find name options that will mesh well with your existing child.

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a child named Atlas.

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Harriet (Brother or Sister)

Getting ready to welcome a new baby to the family is an exciting and undeniably busy time. If it’s your second child (or more), you likely already have a few things figured out, except for one. What will you name your baby?

Finding a name for your child takes a lot of thought, and it’s even more involved when you have multiple children. You want to pick a name that you love, but you also want to ensure it sounds good when you say it with your other kids’ names.

It can easily take hours and hours to search for the perfect baby name, not to mention the extra time trying to sound out each name with your current kid’s monikers. Talk about exhausting!

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. Now, you’ll have one easy place to look to find name options that will mesh well with your existing child.

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a girl named Harriet.

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Oliver (Brother or Sister)

Preparing for a new baby involves a lot of different things. You need to figure out where the baby will sleep, what they’ll eat, how you’ll handle scheduling challenges, and more. The biggest decision is often what you’ll name your baby.

If you already have children, coming up with a baby name gets a bit more interesting. Not only do you want to find a name you like, but you want it to sound good when you say it with the other kid’s names.

People easily spend days searching for the best baby names. But it can get pretty tiring when you’re trying to search aimlessly for great sibling names.

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. Now, you’ll have one easy place to look to find name options that will mesh well with your existing child.

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a boy named Oliver.

I’ve compiled these from baby name databases, parent discussion forums, and other sources, then whittled them down to the ones I personally think sound the best.

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Luca (Brother or Sister)

Having a baby comes with lots of responsibilities. When you have more than one kid, there are even more things to consider. Once again, you find yourself trying to find the perfect name for your new addition.

But when you throw siblings into the mix, you want to find a name that you love that also sounds good with the rest of the kids’ names. After all, it makes it easier to yell for your kids when their names go together well.

Don’t worry. You don’t have to spend all your precious time scouring Google for the perfect sibling names. You have too many other things to think about with a baby on the way!

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. Now, you’ll have one easy place to look to find name options that will mesh well with your existing child.

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a boy or girl named Luca.

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Hailey (Brother or Sister)

Once you have a kid, you already know how immensely it changes your life. But if you’re expecting baby number two, then it’s a whole new ballgame. Now, you’re thinking about everything in a whole different light.

For example, now, choosing a baby name is more than just finding a name you like that sounds good. You also want to find one that sounds good when you say it with your other child’s name.

It can be extremely easy to lose hours searching online for a fabulous baby name. If you’re also focusing on how all of your kids’ names sound together, it can become overwhelming.

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. Now, you’ll have one easy place to look to find name options that will mesh well with your existing child.

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a child named Hailey.

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Eleanor (Brother or Sister)

Having kids means making lots of changes, from redecorating rooms to loading up on all sorts of supplies, like diapers, wipes, and bibs. It also means making a bunch of decisions, including what to name your baby.

If you’re about to welcome baby number two, or three, or more, the challenges multiply.

This process requires some extra thought because you want to make sure it sounds good with your other kids’ names!

Searching online for the perfect sibling names can take a while, so it’s understandable if you get burnt out and tempted to settle on something that sounds okay. But you know you’d probably regret it later.

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. Now, you’ll have one easy place to look to find name options that will mesh well with your existing child.

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a girl named Eleanor.

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Cameron (Brother or Sister)

Having a baby is undoubtedly a life-changing moment. And when you have more than one kid, your life changes more and more. It’s amazing, but it’s also full of all sorts of decisions and non-stop activity.

With multiple children, everything gets more challenging. Even choosing a name for your new baby poses a bit more of a puzzle because you want to make sure it sounds good with your other kids’ names.

People easily spend hours searching for the perfect names for their babies. It can become a bit overwhelming when there are so many options. It’s tempting to settle for something that sounds okay and call it a day. But, of course, you really would prefer not to do things that way.

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. Now, you’ll have one easy place to look to find name options that will mesh well with your existing child.

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a child named Cameron.

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50 Perfect Sibling Names for Callie (Brother or Sister)

If you’re expecting baby number two, you have an idea of what’s coming. But when you have more than one child, it’s a whole new set of changes and things to figure out.

Once again, you need to find an excellent name for your baby.

But this time, finding a name is even more challenging! You want to find a name you like, but also, that sounds good with your other kid’s name. It makes calling for your kids so much easier when their names roll off the tongue nicely.

Instead of spending hours and hours looking for a name, burning out, and settling, take a breath. You don’t need to stress about choosing the perfect sibling name. You’re about to have a baby; you want to relax!

That’s why I’ve decided to start compiling a series of The Best Sibling Names. And on that note…

Without any further ado, here are the best sibling names for a child named Callie.

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Should You Put a Ceiling Fan in the Nursery? Pros & Cons Explained

When you’re planning your baby’s nursery, two of the things that you’ll want to consider are the temperature of the room and the airflow.

If you live somewhere where the climate can be hot and humid in the summer, then putting a ceiling fan in the nursery can be an efficient way to cool the room.

A ceiling fan is a permanent fixture, you may need to call in a professional to install it and it could be very expensive.

So before you bite the bullet, let’s chat: Should you put a ceiling fan in the nursery?

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Crib vs Mini Crib (Size differences explained plus pros & cons)

Putting together a new nursery before baby arrives?

There are lots of decisions to make from:

  • Color scheme
  • Theme
  • Layout
  • Furniture
  • And, of course, the crib!

If your nursery is small, you have twins, or you’re putting the crib in your older child’s room, you might consider a mini crib to save a little space.

What is the difference (in size and features) between a regular crib vs a mini crib?

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